Question

problem
select the order in which the operations should be performed in this expression.
\\(\frac{8}{4} + 3\\)
a. divide 8 by 4 first, then add 3 to that total second
b. add 8 and 3 first, then divide that total by 4 second
c. divide 3 by 4 first, then add 8 to that total second

Explanation:

Step1: Recall Order of Operations

In the order of operations (PEMDAS/BODMAS), division and multiplication are performed before addition and subtraction. For the expression $\frac{8}{4}+3$, we first handle the division part $\frac{8}{4}$.

Step2: Evaluate Division First

Calculating $\frac{8}{4}$, we get $2$. Then we add $3$ to this result: $2 + 3$.

Step3: Analyze Options

• Option A: Divide 8 by 4 (getting 2) then add 3 (2 + 3 = 5) matches the order of operations.
• Option B: Adding 8 and 3 first would be incorrect as addition is not prioritized over division here.
• Option C: Dividing 3 by 4 is not part of the given expression's operations.

Answer:

A. Divide 8 by 4 first, then add 3 to that total second